A Rain of Arrows
The carriage traveled under the blazing sun, drawing nearer and nearer to Shanhuai County.
The wheels of the carriage rolled over the pebbles in the mountains, producing an ear-piercing screech. Accompanied by the clattering of hooves, it sounded like a battlefield.
Four hours later, the carriage arrived at a dense forest. The towering evergreen trees on both sides were at least ten to twenty meters tall. The leaves at the tips of the trees were large and plump, but they seemed to have lost their strength as they drooped towards the center, blocking out the blazing sun.
This was the only way to get to Shanhuai County without a carriage.
The entire forest was like a giant icehouse, so cold that it made one's hair stand on end. Only a small amount of light shone through, but it felt like it was squeezed in!
Fortunately, the path was not long, only about a thousand meters.
As soon as they entered, Jing Rong ordered four torches to be lit, two at the front and two at the back.
Screech!
The caw of a crow!
Wei Yi jumped in fright, hurriedly burrowing into Ji Yunshu's embrace.
"Shu 'er, what is this place? Why is it dark? "
Ji Yunshu hugged him tightly, comforting him. "Don't be afraid, it's just a tall forest. We'll be fine once we get past it."
"What's a tall forest?"
"Alright, don't ask so many questions."
If Wei Yi were to continue, he would definitely say a lot of strange things.
As the carriage continued forward, Ji Yunshu's heart began to panic as they ventured deeper into the forest.
Whoosh!
A gust of wind blew outside.
A faint floral scent wafted in.
Ji Yunshu felt her head sink, her temples throbbing with pain. Her eyes drooped weakly.
"Shu 'er, I … I really want to sleep …" Wei Yi said.
Ji Yunshu did not even have the chance to look at him before she fainted.
Inside the carriage ahead.
"There's actually such a ghastly place." Mo Ruo lifted the curtains and looked outside. "No wonder these bandits are so savage."
Jing Rong sat upright with his eyes closed, resting. He frowned and asked, "What does this forest have to do with the bandits' rampage?"
"Look at this place. If there were no torches, it would be pitch-black. Moreover, the terrain of the forest is complicated and ever-changing, like a maze. If an ordinary person didn't take the main road and instead walked through the forest, they might get lost and starve to death. However, the bandits in this area are different. They must be very familiar with this area. Therefore, even if the imperial court really sends troops to exterminate them, they can escape as long as they hide in the forest. The imperial court can't burn the entire forest, right? “
Of course not!
If they wanted to burn it, they would have to burn the entire area. If the northern winds blew, it might even affect the nearby villagers!
Therefore, Mo Ruo's words were not without reason.
Jing Rong closed his eyes and listened patiently, but in the next moment …
His eyes suddenly opened.
"Not good!"
Hmm?
Before Mo Ruo could react, Jing Rong had already left the carriage.
Who knew —
As soon as he came out, a sharp arrow shot out from the deepest part of the forest and hit his carriage.
It was only a few centimeters away from his eyes.
If it had missed by even a little, the arrow would have pierced through his left temple and into the other side.
A second after the arrow was shot, another dozen arrows shot out from the depths of the forest.
He drew his sword and ordered, "Protect the people in the carriages."
The guards unsheathed their swords and blocked the arrows while surrounding the carriages in an orderly manner.
Mo Ruo also jumped out of the carriage. With a flick of his wide sleeves, several arrows were kept in his sleeves. With a flick of his sleeve, several arrows were shot into the forest.
Screech!
The mournful caw of a crow could be heard.
Jing Rong quickly ran towards the last carriage. The sharp arrows flew past him, but he perfectly avoided them.
When he lifted the curtain of Ji Yunshu's carriage —
There was no one inside.
"Yunshu …"
He shouted like a madman.
His voice shook the sky.
The arrows were still flying towards him. Jing Rong was so anxious that he almost lost his mind. He stood motionless on the spot.
At this moment, a sharp arrow flew towards him and hit him in the chest. Blood immediately flowed out and stained his black robe.
Fortunately, Mo Ruo arrived in time and stood in front of him, deflecting all the arrows that were shooting at him.
The rain of arrows did not last long before it stopped.
The bandits probably ran out of arrows.
Mo Ruo turned and squatted down. Without a word, he pressed on Jing Rong's shoulder.
"Bear with it."
Without giving Jing Rong time to recover, he grabbed the arrow and pulled it out.
Looking at the blood on the arrow, Mo Ruo breathed a sigh of relief. "Fortunately, the arrow was not poisoned."
"Yunshu … Yunshu is gone."
Mo Ruo looked into the carriage. "Wei Yi is also gone."
Both of them disappeared!
Jing Rong frowned in pain. He tried to get up but was pressed down by Mo Ruo.
He said sternly, "Although the arrow was not poisoned, the blade has injured the meridians in your chest. You need to stop the bleeding immediately. You cannot move too much, or your heart will be torn apart when the meridians open. No one can save you." “
I want to go to Yunshu. I won't hesitate even if I have to kill everyone in Gaoshan Gang. "
He gritted his teeth stubbornly.
Apart from a vicious look, there was also worry in his eyes.
Pushing Mo Ruo away, Jing Rong forced himself to stand. His legs gave way and he bumped into the carriage, almost falling to the ground.
Mo Ruo said, "If those people wanted to kill us, they would have done it here. They would not have kidnapped them. The most important thing now is your injury."
"If something happens to Yunshu, I won't be able to live either."
"She's not dead yet. Do you want to die first?"
The two of them shouted at each other.
Jing Rong panted and did not reply for a long time.
At this time, Lang Po ran over, sweating profusely when he saw that his master was injured.
He asked in alarm, "Your Highness, are you alright? “
Jing Rong looked at Mo Ruo, his heart slowly calming down.
He ordered Lang Po weakly, "Go to Shanhuai County first. Send someone to Gaoshan Gang and see if Teacher Ji and Wei Yi are there." “
"Teacher Ji and Young Master Wei are missing?"
Lang Po glanced into the carriage in astonishment and seemed to have understood something.
He seemed to understand, "Yes, this subordinate understands."
Jing Rong could not hold on any longer. Cold sweat beaded on his forehead and his face was pale.
When the blade pierced his heart, it was only a few centimeters away from his heart. If he tried to move, he would feel a heart-wrenching pain.
Mo Ruo quickly helped him into the carriage.
He opened the curtains and asked Lang Bai, "How are Aunty Xie and Miss Ji?"
Lang Po replied, "They were a little frightened, but they have calmed down."
"Mm. Quickly leave the forest and go to Shanhuai County. Send someone to Gaoshan Gang to investigate."
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